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 Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Brad Adam, Root Sports, start  off with release of Ty France, the team's struggles on offense, the performance of the pitching staff, and the potential implications for the trade deadline. The Mariners' inconsistent offense and the need for more consistent hitting are highlighted as key concerns. The conversation also touches on the possibility of managerial changes and the team's chances of making the playoffs. The conversation revolves around the Seattle Mariners and their potential moves at the trade deadline. The hosts discuss the team's offensive struggles and the need for impactful bats. They also speculate on potential trades and the challenges of acquiring players who can hit at T-Mobile Park. The conversation touches on the importance of ownership's willingness to spend money and the potential consequences if the Mariners don't make significant moves. The hosts also discuss the role of the manager in managing the team's roster and the need for bullpen arms. Overall, the conversation highlights the critical decisions the Mariners face as they navigate the trade deadline and the potential impact on the team's future.Rundown00:00 Ty France is gone....what led to that decision02:43 Speculation about Potential Teams Claiming Ty France05:22 The Role of Jason Vosler and Tyler Locklear 08:02 Frustration with Recent Losses11:21 Comparison with Houston Astros13:31 Playoff Chances and Potential Trade Deadline Moves15:34 The Need to Win the Division for Playoff Berth18:02 Challenges of Acquiring Hitters for T-Mobile Park23:05 The Manager's Role in Roster Management25:22 Addressing the Need for Bullpen Arms

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, it's panic time for the  Seattle Mariners, particularly their offensive woes. Puck  expresses frustration with the team's inability to score runs and criticizes the ownership and front office for not investing in the offense. The conversation also touches on the possibility of manager Scott Servais being fired and potential trade options for the team. Other topics discussed include the NBA's TV deal, the NFL's proposed 18-game schedule, and Cheryl Miller's comments about the WNBA's revenue sharing.Rundown00:00  Seattle Mariners' Offensive Struggles...Beyond panic time 07:49 Criticism of Ownership and Front Office for Lack of Investment in Offense11:10 Speculation about Scott Servais' Job Security18:25 "Hey, what the Puck!?" Discussion on NBA TV Deal and Warner Brothers TNT25:14 Debate over NFL's Proposed 18-Game Schedule31:24 Cheryl Miller's Comments on WNBA Revenue Sharing

 Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Jim Duquette, former MLB GM and current host on MLB Network radio, discuss various topics related to baseball, including injury updates, trade rumors, and the performance of different teams. They talk about the injury to Julio Rodriguez and the impact it could have on the Mariners' postseason chances. They also discuss the decision to place Ty France on waivers and the potential market for him. The conversation then shifts to the upcoming trade deadline and the possible moves the Mariners could make to improve their roster. They mention potential targets like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Lane Thomas, and Josh Bell. They also discuss the possibility of the Mariners acquiring a starting pitcher like Tarik Skubal. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the Mariners' recent struggles and their chances of making a deep playoff run.Rundown00:00 Seires vs. Houston, Julio injury scare and Ty France placed on waivers 03:17 Placing Ty France on Waivers and Potential Market06:53 Trade Deadline and Potential Targets09:39 Acquiring a Starting Pitcher19:37 Mariners' Struggles Offensively21:39 Chances of a Deep Playoff Run

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and  Bill Krueger, Root Sports,  covers various topics related to the Seattle Mariners and their recent performance. They discuss the team's struggles, the decision to place Ty France on waivers, potential replacements for France, and the offensive struggles of players like JP Crawford and Julio Rodriguez. Krueger provides insights into the reasons behind France's decline and suggests that he needs to return to his natural hitting style. He also highlights the lack of leadership and plate discipline within the team. Overall, the conversation provides a comprehensive analysis of the Mariners' current situation. The conversation revolves around the Seattle Mariners and their offensive struggles. Bill Krueger discusses the hitting approach of the team and the need for a strong anchor hitter. He emphasizes the importance of being shorter to the ball and putting the ball in play. The conversation also touches on the Mariners' lack of spending in free agency and their reliance on developing young hitters. The discussion concludes with a mention of the team's pitching and the decision to not start Logan Gilbert against the Houston Astros.Rundown00:00 Recapping the week that was for the Mariners 02:33 Mariners' Recent Performance and Offensive Struggles04:24 The Decision to Place Ty France on Waivers08:21 Analyzing Ty France's Decline and Hitting Style12:25 Lack of Leadership and Plate Discipline19:04 Julio Rodriguez's Promising Performance and Areas for Improvement24:23 The Need for an Anchor Hitter26:21 Lack of Spending in Free Agency29:03 Understanding the Challenges and the Need to Develop Hitters

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host  and Jim Moore  discuss Jim's busy day Bend, Oregon, getting a parking ticket, the performance of the Seattle Mariners, the potential of players from the Rainiers being called up, and the excitement of triples and cycles in baseball. In this conversation, Jason and Jim discuss various topics including the Mariners, golf, the Huskies, and Jim's high school reunion. They also announce a new Husky round table that Jim is fired up about! Rundown00:00 Jim's busy day in Bend and Puck gets a parking ticket after a neighbor turns him in06:24 Ty France released...surprising? Julio avoids major scare 16:11 Who is coming up from Tacoma after France is waved??19:23 Dylan Moore's triple, more exciting than a HR 29:02 Good news with the M's...the "BetMsUnderSummer" is picking up steam!34:42 Open Championship...Puck thinks Xander is PGA POY and Jim thinks Scottie Scheffler is 38:28 Will the M's make a big splash at the deadline??42:06 "Hey, what the Puck!?" Huskies' Ranking in Big Ten Media Poll.... Jim's High School Reunion...Puck introduces a new Husky Round Table starting in the fall

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Chris Egan, King 5  discuss Chris' upcoming trip to cover the Olympics in Paris and the various sports and athletes he is looking forward to seeing. He also jokes about his lack of personal hygiene and the challenges of being a one-man crew. The conversation covers a range of topics including rowing, golf, basketball, gymnastics, and beach volleyball. Chris Egan expresses his excitement for the Olympics and he asks Puck whether or not he will pick up smokingRundown00:00 Chris is headed to Paris for the Olympics! 02:58 What athletes from our state are headed to Paris07:18 No Coaching in Three-on-Three Basketball and Hailey Van Lith's Dad is going...Will he be able to keep quiet??09:14 Puck tells Egan that his household will be watching gymnastics non-stop. 11:06 Puck and Chris discuss their favorite summer games at the olympics 13:09 Chris Egan's Packing Strategy....He hates laundry, so packing clothes for every day he's there 15:40 Chris Egan's Olympic Betting Tips18:18 Egan will have no personal time in Paris and says he'll be sleeping 4 hours a night! 20:21 French Stereotypes and Cultural Differences22:20 Roosevelt HS represented in the Olympics 25:03 Sadly, no graduates from PLU are going to Paris 27:24 Chris Egan is so excited, he may never come home 

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, start off with the decision not to Logan Gilbert in the series against the Astros. The hosts discuss the reasoning behind the decision and the importance of each game in the series. They also touch on the Mariners' overall pitching strategy and the role of analytics in decision-making. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the importance of asking questions as a reporter and the challenges of balancing fan expectations with objective analysis. In this conversation, Div and Jason discuss the Seattle Mariners and their potential moves at the trade deadline. They analyze the team's performance, the importance of momentum in sports, and the Mariners' chances of making the playoffs. They also delve into the front office's approach to trades and the challenges they face in a competitive market. The conversation touches on the changing perception of batting average in baseball and the value of putting the ball in play. Overall, they emphasize the need for the Mariners to make strategic moves that improve the team's consistency and address specific needs.Rundown00:00 Ryan's appearance on MLB Central on the MLB Network 04:24 The Decision to not have Logan Gilbert pitch against the Astros 10:16 The Importance of Every Game in the Series13:33 The Role of Analytics in Decision-Making18:08 The Collaborative Decision-Making Process23:40 Balancing Fan Expectations and Objective Analysis26:04 Analyzing the Mariners' Potential Moves at the Trade Deadline36:27 Reevaluating the Significance of Batting Average in Baseball

On Friday's Daily Puck Drop,  Jim Moore and Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host,  start off with Jim's location on the side of the road near Mt. Hood for the who , his breakfast and why he eats egg whites. They also talk about Jim's recent pedicure experience and the decision by the Mariners to sit their best pitcher, Logan Gilbert,  for an important series vs Houston. They express frustration with the team's management and their lack of moves at the trade deadline. They suggest potential trade targets for the Mariners and emphasize the need for improvement in the team's offense and bullpen. In this conversation, Jim Moore and Puck  discuss Geoff Baker's decision to leave the Seattle Times, the importance of batting average in baseball, the Seattle Seahawks, the potential timeline for the SuperSonics , and voicemails from listeners.Rundown00:00 Jim Moore's location on the side of the road near Mt. Hood and his obsession with egg whites12:14 Why are the M's sitting Logan Gilbert for the Houston series?19:16 Criticism of the Team's Management and Lack of Trade Deadline Moves...M's don't seem like they will make a move 25:19 Suggested Trade Targets for the Mariners28:04 Debate Over Batting Average30:40 Seattle Seahawks and the PUP List37:00 Timeline for return of the Sonics with comments from reporters covering the NBA 45:36 "Hey, what the Puck?!"  Lane Kiffin goes after Paul Finebaum...Geoff Baker leaving the Seattle Times and Friday Voicemails! 

On the show, Rob Staton, SeahawksDraftblog.com, shares his  experience traveling to Berlin for the England vs. Italy Euro 2024 final, the emotional impact of sports losses, and the excitement surrounding the start of Seahawks training camp. They discuss the potential themes and concerns for the upcoming season, such as the new defensive scheme under coordinator Mike Macdonald and the challenges of competing in a tough division. They also touch on the financial implications for the 49ers and Seahawks in the future. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the current state of football and the anticipation for the upcoming season.Rundown00:00 Rob is back from Berlin watching his beloved England face off with Spain in the Euro championship 02:02 The Emotional Impact of Sports Losses and the Experience of Attending Big Events and we relive Hawks loss to Patriots 08:25 The Passion and Dedication of Football Fans and the Anticipation for the Season11:54 Excitement and Intrigue Surrounding the Seahawks' Training Camp Under Mike Macdonald 18:34 The Competitive NFC West Division and the Importance of Winning the Division28:40 Financial Implications for the 49ers and Seahawks in Shaping Their Rosters

 Mike Garafolo, NFL Network and Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, discuss various topics including golf, Brandon Aiyuk's trade request, DK Metcalf's contract situation, and more. They also touch on the tiers of wide receivers in the league and the potential for DK Metcalf to have a breakout season. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the business side of football and the dynamics between players, teams, and contracts. In this conversation, Mike Garafolo and Jason discuss various topics including the perception of wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, the challenges of conducting post-game interviews, the access given to the New York Giants for the Hard Knocks series, and the upcoming NFL training camp. They also touch on the contract negotiations of Caleb Williams and Saquon Barkley, as well as the potential trade of Devante Adams.Rundown00:00 Mike has gone viral by breaking the Brandon Aiyuk story on the Rich Eisen Show 02:30 Brandon Aiyuk's Trade Request06:40 The 49ers' Stance on Aiyuk's Trade Request10:12 DK Metcalf's Contract Situation19:05 Perception of Brandon Aiyuk as a Wide Receiver21:34 Challenges of Post-Game Interviews23:34 Access Given to the New York Giants for Hard Knocks26:08 Contract Negotiations of Caleb Williams and Saquon Barkley28:09 Speculation on the Potential Trade of Devante Adams30:41 Anticipation for the Upcoming NFL Training Camp